My EdTech Life
Fonz Mendoza
My EdTech Life is where education meets innovation with clarity, caution, and purpose. Hosted by Alfonso "Fonz" Mendoza Jr., this podcast features real conversations with educators, founders, researchers, and thought leaders who are shaping the future of learning.From classroom-tested tools to emerging AI trends, we cut through the noise to spotlight what truly works in K–12 and higher education. As a leading voice in responsible AI adoption, Fonz challenges the hype and elevates voices that often go unheard, bringing practical, ethical, and future-forward insights to every episode.Whether you're a teacher, instructional coach, policymaker, or edtech creator, this is your space to connect, question, and grow.
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Nov 19, 2021 • 1h 3min
Episode 97: Lessons Learned
Hunter is a 3rd-year 7th-grade science teacher, mentor teacher, and creator of the education platform Ed Essentials. He hosts "The Ed Essentials Podcast" where he interviews education experts and reflects on his teaching experiences with the hopes of equipping educators to be their best.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/supportSupport the show
Nov 12, 2021 • 1h 7min
Episode 96: Inside the Principal's Office
Charles Williams has served in urban education for 15 years as a teacher, assistant principal, and principal while working with students in grades PK - 12. He has developed innovative programs and structures that have resulted in successful schools in both Indiana and Illinois. He has also presented and spoken at numerous events. Charles is the founder of CW Consulting, an Educational Consulting Group, the host of the Counter Narrative Podcast, and the host of Real Educators Talk, a monthly discussion designed to engage educators in authentic conversations around education.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/supportSupport the show
Nov 11, 2021 • 1h 2min
Episode 95: Engaging Students Through the Power of Coding
Daphne McMenemy is an educator, author, and speaker. Her first book, Gracie, is based on her personal experiences in the classroom. Gracie is a young girl whose learning is brought to life when her teacher introduces her to coding and a new way of thinking. Daphne is committed to building relationships, meeting students where they are, appreciating each individual, and finding opportunities to engage and motivate students in creative, innovative ways.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/supportSupport the show
Nov 6, 2021 • 1h 3min
Episode 94: ARVR: Are You Ready for a New Reality?
Bobby Carlton has dedicated his professional career to exploring how XR technology can be used to reshape how any industry could approach education, training, and engagement. Bobby is an AR/VR influencer and has been a speaking guest in VR environments such as AltspaceVR, Engage, Rec Room, and Mozilla Hubs.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/supportSupport the show
Oct 23, 2021 • 1h 4min
Episode 93: Innovation & Leadership
We will be joined by Derek Tranchina Ed.D who is passionate about influencing schools and organizations by leveraging engaging, innovative, and empowering technology. He is also deeply committed to raising future leaders through targeted training, inventive professional development, tailored coaching, and 1:1 mentorship.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/supportSupport the show
Oct 14, 2021 • 59min
Episode 92: Why Do I Have to Learn This?
In this episode we are joined by Beau Neal who grew up in a small town with no aspirations of being an educator. However, he later founded an online school to help answer the age-old question, "Why do I have to learn this?"--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/supportSupport the show
Oct 9, 2021 • 1h 7min
Episode 91: Saturday Is for VR!
Turning a classroom that was once in person into an online classroom was hard enough but turning that online classroom into a virtual reality classroom was another milestone imagined and realized by 4 professors at Morehouse College in Atlanta, GA. In order to elevate the minds and hearts of scholars thwarted from the school they had called home, the “Ultimate Team” which they have been monikered from Morehouse College created a virtual dream imagined in real life for students in their courses.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/supportSupport the show
Oct 7, 2021 • 1h 5min
Episode 90: Workplace Relationships
In this show, Natalie Conway and Ashely White talk about the importance of workplace relationships. Workplace relationships can help improve collaboration, individual productivity and improve employee morale. Join us for a great conversation.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/supportSupport the show
Oct 2, 2021 • 59min
Episode 89: Coding to Kindness
Valerie Sousa is a Kindergarten teacher at Meadow Brook School in East Longmeadow, Massachusetts. She began coding with her students three years ago and loved what she saw throughout the process. One thing Valerie noticed during coding time, in particular, was how much kindness her students showed toward one another.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/supportSupport the show
Sep 25, 2021 • 1h 7min
Episode 88: Leadership: Transform Classroom Culture and School Culture
I will be joined by Mike Earnshaw who is a principal and the author of The EduCulture Cookbook. We will talk about how important school culture is for Mike, his team of teachers, and students.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/supportSupport the show
